Analyst, Spply Chn Plnng II

Progress Rail•Muncie, IN

About The Position

Plan material for a specific Progress Rail location to ensure parts are available on the production line when required while managing inventory levels. The role supports corporate supply chain performance goals, including inventory reduction, increased inventory turns, and improved order-to-delivery results. It involves coordinating part requirements with suppliers, determining stocking strategies, resolving supply constraints, and working with internal teams and the supply base. The position is primarily office-based in a temperature-controlled environment and requires minimal travel of 5%–15%.

Requirements

College or university degree related to Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
At least three years of demonstrated experience in Materials Planning and Inventory Control.
Demonstrated knowledge of standard supply chain systems.
Strong collaborative, interpersonal, and communication skills to work effectively across functions and deploy supply chain improvements.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills to address common problems.
Ability to work as a team player in deploying supply chain improvements.
Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing and operations standard processes and basic product knowledge.
Ability to analyze business conditions and situations during deployment to minimize disruption to daily requirements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and individual requests daily, and to liaise with multiple organizational levels, including senior leaders and managers.
Ability to follow safety protocols when working in the facility or traveling to supplier, customer, or production facilities.

Responsibilities

Achieve corporate supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction, increased inventory turns, and improved order-to-delivery results.
Ensure suppliers receive clean signals regarding part quantities, dates, and priorities within the facility.
Determine appropriate stocking strategies for each part using Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
Work purchase order exception messages promptly to ensure material is delivered according to requirements.
Follow up and expedite with the supply base, and host supplier schedule reviews as required.
Analyze value stream supply chain constraints and deploy corrective actions.

Benefits

Competitive salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance
HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site-specific production and incentive plans
Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans
Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs